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WW2 Christmas card, cat in air raid shelter
WW2 Christmas card, showing a black cat in an air raid shelter -- Christmas As Usual. Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 14188039
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Anderson Cats Correspondence Corrugated Ephemera Good Holly Iron Luck Raid Robin Robins Sandbags Shelter Snowy Usual
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: a heartwarming WW2-themed card featuring a charming black cat in an air raid shelter. This vintage design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back in time to the Christmas season during the 1940s. Despite the wartime setting, the cat's serene expression and cozy shelter remind us that the spirit of the holidays can bring comfort and joy even in the most unexpected places. Share a piece of history with your loved ones this Christmas and bring a smile to their faces with this unique and nostalgic card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of World War II, the spirit of Christmas continued to shine through, as evidenced in this charming wartime Christmas card. Circa 1942, this vintage card features a black cat cozily nestled in an Anderson shelter, surrounded by sandbags and corrugated iron for protection against air raids. The shelter is adorned with holly and ivy, bringing a touch of the outdoors and a sense of normalcy to the unconventional setting. Two robins perch on the shelter's entrance, adding a pop of color and a symbol of good luck. The snow-covered ground outside the shelter adds to the wintery scene, further emphasizing the seasonal traditions that endure even in the midst of war. The card's design exudes a sense of humor and comic relief, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, there is always a reason to smile. This heartwarming card is a testament to the resilience and creativity of the human spirit during wartime. It serves as a reminder that even in the most challenging of circumstances, we can find joy and comfort in the simple things, like the companionship of a beloved pet and the warmth of the holiday season.
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